Granny
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"Sorry that my heart attack interfered with your plans to sleep your way down the eastern seaboard!"
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Post by Granny on May 5, 2013 10:54:15 GMT -5
Granny set her coffee down. "My husband was worse as a HUMAN then he was as a wolf..." She bit at him. "And that's saying QUITE ALOT, if Anita ever spoke of his reputation." Her steel blue eyes flashed at him, before she sighed and looked down at her coffee. "Pack life was never meant for me... but it is something that Red is going to have to decide on her own." Tobias was giving her a smirk. She put her hands on her hips. " Unless she has ALREADY decided." Disappointed that Red didn't feel the need to share that vital piece of information.
"If she is pack now... she will have to obey... that's how a pack works." She said, her lips pressed into a thin line. "She and blondie are going to have to sort their shit SOMETIME... better now than later..."
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Post by Titus Gray/ Tobias on May 5, 2013 13:09:49 GMT -5
Tobias finished the rest of his coffee.
"I'm glad you feel that way, Granny." The old woman narrowed her eyes at him; obviously that was a nickname for those close to her and regular customers. "No harm will come to Anita's daughter. I promise you that."
He put a few bucks on the counter and made his way to the door to leave.
The old woman watched him, hands on her hips, untrusting.
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Granny
Junior Member
"Sorry that my heart attack interfered with your plans to sleep your way down the eastern seaboard!"
Posts: 77
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Post by Granny on May 5, 2013 13:20:28 GMT -5
"Alphas come and go... all the time." Granny called after him. "Before you do anything rash, perhaps you should consult your pack FIRST." She warned him, more for Whale's sake than for him.
He gave her a wolfish grin and continued on out.
Sure... the old woman could go in there, crossbow blazing... but she was one lone senior wolf while this young asshole had a whole fleet of numbskulls following him.
Though she had every confidence in her granddaughter... she still clutched at the necklace around her neck anxiously.
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Post by Dr. Whale/Victor Frankenstein on May 5, 2013 13:41:49 GMT -5
Victor woke with a start... to... wolf howling?
... but Wolf's Moon was a day away... wasn't it? Victor looked over the balcony to see three packmates making their way along the lake's edge, laughing obnoxiously loud.. howling.
He sat back into his chair, sighing in relief. He rubbed his eyes and stared up into the night sky. It was so clear... so beautiful. It wouldn't be SO bad spending night after night taking runs under that sky...
Even in another form...
Victor shifted in his seat. Every time he felt ease about the possibility about changing... something would wrench in his gut again. He didn't see the wolves as monsters... he saw himself as a monster... or at least, he had been. Trying hard to change himself from what he used to be... adding on the aggressive traits of a wolf ON TOP of that...
But Red would be there with him... every step... or paw stride of the way. He sighed.
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Post by Red Riding Hood/ Ruby on May 5, 2013 21:03:55 GMT -5
Red came out holding a blanket, having shed her coat she was in her full lingerie outfit, a tight red and black corset that tied in the back, red stiletto heels.
"Oh, um... I wasn't sure if you were still sleeping..." Shee went over to him, but still handed him the blanket,"I... I wanted to apologise..." She swallowed, still having not made peace with the issue, but if this as their last night together... she wanted to make it right," I shouldn't have been so quick to rush your descsion"
She took a seat beside him," You've been there for me, you said you'd stand beside me no matter what decision I made... and I have to do the same for you," She bit her lip and looked at him," Do... do you want some coffee? I brought some from the diner..."
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Post by Dr. Whale/Victor Frankenstein on May 5, 2013 21:57:17 GMT -5
Whale looked up at her, attempting a smile. He could sense the tension wafting off of her, but knew that she was trying so hard just to be gentle and encouraging. "Yeah... that sounds good."
He followed her into the kitchen area as she took out out the blend that she had swiped from the diner. It was then that he truly... TRULY noticed what she was wearing, now that her coat was off. An eyebrow went up... but he knew that this was Tobias doing...
...not that he was UPSET about seeing her in this particular garment again... but the fact that there were people outside standing guard, peering in every so often made Whale a little upset at how exposed she was. He positioned himself in front of a kitchen window so that only he could soak in the vision of her toned body's movement beneath that flimsy fabric.
Watching her make him coffee in that outfit was sexier then any porn Whale had ever watched in his cursed state. He shook the thought away. Yep... Wolf's Time was DEFINITELY approaching this weekend...
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Post by Red Riding Hood/ Ruby on May 5, 2013 22:08:17 GMT -5
She started a brew and, glancing over at him. She could feel the attraction, the warm draw they had between them- a combination of The Wolfs Moon around the corner and the lingerie she guessed.
"I... I honestly didn't think... that this would be an issue, now that I see it is I can't see why it went over my head...." Red started," Had I known I would have stayed the hell away from all of this," she shook her head," I'm so sorry, Victor. I just....There's just so much I... about being a werewolf I don't know yet, and whatever experiences that are there, I want to... share that with someone, up until a few days ago I thought I was alone in this and honestly that wasn't so bad, but then I thought..... with this pack maybe I don't have to be such a lone wolf..."
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Post by Dr. Whale/Victor Frankenstein on May 6, 2013 8:39:40 GMT -5
"And I don't want yo to feel that way... because I'm even MORE clueless in this area, given the circumstances." He sighed, eyes resting on the coffee maker. "I thought it would be great if you could have someone... some one other than Granny to sate that curiosity for you... and I ENCOURAGED you to look into it... so I'm at fault here too. I didn't really think of... well... the fact that I was embracing something that I didn't really understand."
A slight silence passed.
"Honestly, joining was good for you... I've seen animal specials; two packs cannot occupy the same territory. You solved that, averting a conflict in the process." He ran his fingers through his hair. "So... only problem remaining is... me. And my human state." He had thought about this A LOT since he had been outside, until it had exhausted him into a light sleep earlier that evening. He looked at the clock. It was nearly 11:00 p.m.
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Post by Red Riding Hood/ Ruby on May 6, 2013 9:51:40 GMT -5
Red bit her lip and walked over to him, taking his hand in hers,".... Whatever you chose I'll support you Victor"
As much as it pained her to say, she couldn't force him to do this if its bit what he wanted, a reluctant werewolf could be dangerous, and if he hurt someone or himself because of it.... Red wouldn't be able to handle the guilt.
"I love you," she said just above a whisper as she squeezed his hand gently," and I can't imagine living a day without you.... But I'll stand by you no matter what" though inwardly she begging him to allow the change.
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Post by Dr. Whale/Victor Frankenstein on May 6, 2013 21:02:49 GMT -5
Her feelings were betraying her words. He slid a hand over her fingers, bringing them to his lips for a tender kiss.
"We could make a list of pros and cons?" He offered, grinning. "Long night runs and howling at the moon with abandon: Pro." He lifted her up and sat her down on the the counter by the coffee maker, fitting his torso between her long legs. He slid two arms around her waist. "Werewolf stamina: Most CERTAINLY a pro!" he admitted. "Cute little pups: Pro... ALWAYS was a dog person..." He laughed, trying to convince himself that he could do this. Actually AGREE to it...
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Post by Red Riding Hood/ Ruby on May 6, 2013 21:12:52 GMT -5
Red wrapped her legs around his waist, pulling him into her. She unbuttoned the first button or two on his shirt," longer nights together in bed, Pro..." her hands fell down the front of his chest, then back up around his shoulders.
"and there are group discounts at the diner if we all go as a pack," She grinned, leaning her forehead against his. She could already feel the effects of his breath, warm and humid starting to make her skin tingle.
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Post by Dr. Whale/Victor Frankenstein on May 7, 2013 7:10:30 GMT -5
"Another Pro." He agreed. His hand went up to cup her face. But there were so many things that countered these playful 'Pros'. He considered her hopeful face for a brief silent moment. He then let out a sigh.
"Red... I love you..." He said, feeling assured of that completely, even if it was hard for him to say at times. Not because of her... but because a man from his era did not volunteer his feelings easily or frequently... especially when you had a father who beat the concept that showing your feelings was a WEAKNESS into you. "And... recently... well... since the very BEGINNING, if I'm completely honest with you,... I've been wanting to ask you something. Something that will require a lot of time, hard work, sacrifice... but so much bliss at the same time." He stroked her cheek with his thumb. "Something that requires your all... and if I can't reciprocate that... then I have no right asking..."
He gently pulled her off of the counter top and set her feet on the ground. "So I will do it. I'll change... because I love you, Ruby Lucas... Red..." He bit his lip, not sure how she would take the next part. He knelt in front of her, on bended knee, holding her hands in his. "...If you'll marry me."
There was a stunned silence. He spoke up out of nervousness. "There IS a ring... I was just abducted a little short notice..."
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Post by Red Riding Hood/ Ruby on May 7, 2013 9:30:42 GMT -5
Ruby's heart stopped for a half second, standing in complete shock. She was smiling and tears were forming at the corners of her eyes, but it was taking her a moment to gather her senses. She tried to think of an answer, knowing what she wanted to say but forgetting the words to it. Finally she let out a giggle and fell to her knees wrapping her arms tightly around Victors neck.
"Yes! Yes, yes, yes," she managed between passionate kisses, it was if any fears or doubts of anything melted away for that moment. The only thing she wanted in this world was to be close to her mate.... Fiancé... Husband to be.
She giggled softly, feeling the excitement in him as well as herself, she leaned her forehead against his and whispered," I would be honoured to be your bride, Victor, I love you"
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Post by Dr. Whale/Victor Frankenstein on May 7, 2013 13:49:06 GMT -5
He crashed his lips against hers and they both fell to the floor, giggling and chuckling.
They forgot about the brew and somehow made it to the bedroom, staying in there with the curtains drawn closed. Though some of the werewolves on guard grinned at each other as they heard thudding, creaking, and vocal affirmations of a pleasurable time... from the outside of the cabin.
Morning finally came, sending in beams of light upon their two entwined bodies. Victor woke up to see large hazel eyes gazing down at him with tenderness. He grinned up at her, his blue eyes still getting used to the light.
"Good morning... fiance..." He said, reaching an arm around her to pull her in closer to him. He gave a contented sigh, burying his face in her dark hair. His eyes then popped open. "Oh shit... I forgot to ask Granny first..." He pulled away to look at Red. "Just tell her to aim for a limb if she HAS to shoot me with that crossbow of hers..."
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Post by Red Riding Hood/ Ruby on May 7, 2013 14:58:28 GMT -5
Red laughed and pulled him back in her arms,"Don't worry, Fiancé, I won't let her get you," she nuzzled his neck gently placing kisses along his collarbone.
She still could hardly believe she was actually engaged, this was actually happening for them. Even now she could hardly contain herself. she sighed against his chest and looked up at him, she would stay in bed with him all day if she could- but it occurred to her that by tonight they had to be ready for Tobias' return... It was still a ways away but if Victor had any questions or thoughts now wouldn't be a bad time to start going through them
"What do you want for breakfast?" Though breakfast in bed did sound like fun...
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